KR> unscrebe

2008-10-12 Thread joe_be...@netzero.net

KR> Tapering outter spars

2008-10-12 Thread joe_be...@netzero.net
The best tool to use is a band saw. I didn't have one so I had to use a wood plane. It's doing it the hard way but It was all I had available to me at the time. I sanded the spar cap smooth before doing the assembly. You can also use a table saw as shown in the plans.

KR> Fuel tank construction

2008-10-12 Thread joe_be...@netzero.net
I just completed a new tank for my KR-2 made of carbon fiber, 7781 glass inner liner, and kevlar on the outside. I used Shell 862 resin and TETA hardner, the same stuff they used to use at Lancair. I worked there for ten years part time and they used the Shell 862 on all of their parts. Due to

KR> 1600cc VW

2008-10-12 Thread joe_be...@netzero.net
I have been flying with a 1641cc on my KR-2 for years with no problems. It cruses at about 100 at 2500 rpm with a 54x34 prop, and uses about three gallons per hr. of 100 LL. Climb rate varies with OAT. It's about 600 ft/min. It's got a Bendix mag., single ignition.

KR>test

2008-10-12 Thread joe_be...@netzero.net
Hi All Just sending a test, checking the net out. -Joe